Lavena Pass is a winding road only for experienced drivers
Passo di Lavena is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1.992m (6,535ft) above sea level, located in the province of Brescia, in Italy. The pass is traversed by the challenging SP345B.
Where is Lavena Pass?
The pass is located in the Lombardy region in the northern part of the country.
How long is the road through Lavena Pass?
The road through the pass is called Strada Provinciale 345B, also known as Delle Tre Valli. It’s 17.4 km (10.81 miles) long running from Anfo Ridge Road in Passo del Maniva to the junction with the SP 669 road.
Is the road through Lavena Pass unpaved?
The road can be traveled in both directions. It starts and ends paved, but the middle section is gravel. It is totally rideable despite the many rocks and deteriorated surfaces, especially in the curves. The speed limit is 20 km/h, and overtaking or stopping outside of designated parking areas is forbidden. The road runs mostly on top of the mountains, almost entirely above 2,000 meters in elevation.